𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 (𝐌𝐍𝐃) 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐫

Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is a rare and progressive neurological condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. It damages the motor neurons—nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscle activity such as walking, speaking, swallowing, and breathing. Over time, MND leads to muscle weakness, wasting, and loss of mobility. While there is currently no cure, early diagnosis and supportive care can significantly improve quality of life.

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐈𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤?

MND primarily affects individuals over the age of 60, but it can occur in adults of any age. The condition is caused by the gradual degeneration of motor neurons, which eventually stop sending signals to the muscles. This leads to muscle weakness and atrophy, impacting daily activities and, in advanced stages, life expectancy.

𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞

MND symptoms develop gradually and may be difficult to detect in the early stages. Common signs include:

. Weakness in the ankles or legs, making it difficult to climb stairs

. Slurred speech, progressing to difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

. Weak grip, frequent dropping of objects, or trouble with fine motor tasks

. Muscle cramps, twitching, and visible thinning of muscles

. Unintentional weight loss

. Emotional lability (difficulty controlling laughter or crying)

𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

Diagnosing MND can be challenging due to the overlap of symptoms with other neurological conditions. A neurologist may recommend:

. 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬 to rule out other conditions

. 𝐌𝐑𝐈 𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐓 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐬 of the brain and spine

. 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐲𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲 (𝐄𝐌𝐆) and nerve conduction studies to assess muscle and nerve function

. 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐫 𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 (𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐩) to analyze cerebrospinal fluid

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐝

At 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐝–𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲, 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐫, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐀𝐤𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚, a leading neurologist with expertise in MND, offers comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment plans. The clinic is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, modern infrastructure, and a multidisciplinary team to support patients through every stage of the disease.

While MND cannot be cured, treatment focuses on symptom management, improving mobility, and enhancing quality of life through:

. Medications to manage muscle stiffness and cramps

. Speech and occupational therapy

. Nutritional support and respiratory care

. Assistive devices for mobility and communication